Seniors Day Rehabilitation Program
The Seniors Day Rehabilitation Program supports older adults living at home who are experiencing complex medical issues including declining mobility and falls, cognitive or mood changes, speech and swallowing difficulties and incontinence. We provide medical care designed to help improve strength, quality of life and ability to function safely at home.
Who We Help
This program supports individuals aged 65 and older living in the community who:
- Are experiencing changes in their health that affect day-to-day functioning
- Have complex medical needs
- Have had recent falls, fear of falling, or trouble moving safely
- Are noticing changes in memory, speech, or swallowing
- Have had multiple hospital or emergency room visits
- Are taking multiple medications and need support optimizing them
- Are motivated and able to attend appointments regularly
The program consists of approximately 1-2 visits per week for 6-8 weeks, but varies depending on needs, abilities, and goals.
What to Expect
This outpatient program provides:
Personalized care plan:
Developed collaboratively by an interprofessional team, including physicians, nurses, speech language pathologists, occupational therapists, physiotherapists and social workers (as applicable to each individual).
Therapy and exercise:
To improve strength and stamina, tailored to your abilities.
Education and support:
Providing education to help you manage your condition(s).
Family and care partner involvement:
Encouragement for care partners to participate in care planning and education sessions.
Key Benefits
Specialized care:
Access to a multidisciplinary team providing coordinated, person-centered care.
Improved mobility, strength, and confidence
Supports safe, independent living
How to Access the Service
For patients and care partners
Speak with your healthcare provider about a referral to our program.
For referring partners
Patients can be referred using the Geriatric Medicine Outpatient Referral Form.
Eligibility criteria
- 65 years of age or older and living at home
- Complex health issues
- Experiencing declining physical, cognitive, or functional ability
- Potential to improve with rehabilitation
- Trouble with walking or balance
- Recent falls or injuries
- Changes in mood, memory or communication
- Medication concerns or frequent hospital visits
For questions about referrals or to confirm eligibility, contact our Central Intake team: 613-544-4900 ext. 52040.
Appointment & Discharge Information
What to Bring
- Your Ontario Health Card
- Adaptive aids including walkers, wheelchairs, hearing aids, etc.
- A water bottle
- An up-to-date list of all medications you are taking using, including non-prescription, vitamin, and herbal preparations
You may bring and use cell phones and tablets; however, to protect the privacy of others, please do not take photos of people in the hospital without first asking permission. When using a device, please use headphones.
You are encouraged not to bring valuables. Providence Care is not responsible for the loss, theft or damage of any personal belongings. If you need to contact Lost and Found, please call 613-544-4900 ext. 51053.
What to Wear
- Comfortable, loose-fitting clothing to wear to therapy
- Supportive shoes with good traction and secure fit
What to Expect
- Appointments take place in a quiet outpatient clinic and therapy area at Providence Care Hospital. Report to Registration on level 1.
- After registering, proceed to Seniors Day Rehabilitation, located directly across from registration.
- Many sessions are private but there are also group classes.
Discharge
Your care team will continually assess your readiness for discharge and coordinate any necessary supports such as referrals for community services.
When you are discharged from the program, there are many things to keep in mind. When you are being discharged:
- Ask for explanations and written instructions about your care and your medications.
- Make sure you and/or your care partner understand the instructions, including what medications to take, how to take them, and when to take them.
- Ask and be informed of appointments that have to be made when you are discharged, how to contact the providers, and to understand the reason for each appointment and what information you will need to bring with you.
- Know who you should call if you have questions after discharge – write down contact names and phone numbers or have a member of the care team provide this information to you in writing.
For more information, please speak to a member of your care team.
FAQs
What if I have to cancel or miss an appointment?
Please call us at 613-544-4900, ext. 51104 if:
- You feel unwell, have respiratory symptoms, or a fever
- You need to cancel or reschedule an appointment
- You will be late for an appointment
Health issues: Your program can pause for up to two weeks if you are unwell. After two weeks, a medical reassessment will be needed.
Vacation: You can miss up to two weeks for vacation, but missed visits count toward your total program time.
Other cancellations: Missed visits count toward your program total. Missing three or more visits or being unreachable for rescheduling may result in discharge, except for emergencies, weather, transportation issues, or other extenuating circumstances.
Contact Information
Providence Care Hospital
752 King St W, Kingston, ON K7L 4X3
613-544-4900
Hours of Operation
Our facilities operate 24/7, but building access and available services vary by location and time of day. Some entrances may be locked, and ID badge or intercom access may be required.
Clinic and outpatient service hours also differ. Please contact your specific care area or clinic for details.
Program Secretary
613-544-4900, ext. 51104
Clinical Program Coordinating Supervisor
613-544-4900, ext. 51361
Director, Rehabilitative Care
613-544-4900, ext. 51360
Vice President, Patient Care, Long-Term Care and Chief Nursing Executive
613-544-4900, ext. 53391
